Department of Biblical Counseling

The nature and principles of biblical counseling, techniques and theories of counseling; patterns of problem solving, the counselor and counselee relationship; the sufficiency of Scripture; and biblical conflict resolution. 3 hrs.

The systematic survey of the theology of the family: the importance of the Christian home, the covenantal family relationship, courtship versus dating; methods of premarital and marital counseling; divorce issues and rebuilding the marriage relationship after adultery. 3 hrs.

A systematic application of the principles of biblical counseling to a wide variety of contemporary issues facing counselors. 3 hrs.

Survey and critique of secular counseling theories and comparison to biblical counseling. 3 hrs.

Introduction to theory and practice of biblical counseling; contrast with other counseling methods; use of Scripture in counseling. 2 hrs.

Case analyses and case observation (video tapes); confrontation (self); and conferences (required
attendance at an annual local symposium as offered). There is a two year time limit in completing the practicum once it is begun. Elective course; required for certification by the National Association of Nouthetic Counselors. 4 hrs.